The BE (Computer Science and Engineering) at The National Institute of Engineering (NIE), Mysore, is a four-year full-time programme at one of Karnataka’s oldest engineering colleges, established in 1946 as an autonomous institution under VTU. The curriculum covers data structures and algorithms, operating systems, computer networks, database systems, software engineering, and machine learning, preparing graduates for software engineer, systems developer, and data analyst roles in IT services and product companies. NAAC B++ accredited, NIE ranks 198 in Collegedunia’s 2026 B.Tech rankings.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to the BE CSE 2026-27 batch at NIE Mysore are through KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test) via KEA for government-quota seats and through COMEDK UGET for management-quota seats. Apply at kea.kar.nic.in or comedk.org.
Key Points
- Four-year full-time Computer Science and Engineering at an autonomous VTU-affiliated college established in 1946 in Mysuru.
- Government-quota admission through KCET (KEA); management quota through COMEDK UGET.
- NBA Tier-I accredited Computer Science and Engineering department at NIE Mysore.
- Ranks 198 in Collegedunia’s 2026 B.Tech rankings; NIRF Engineering 2025: 151-200 band.
NIE Mysore BE CSE Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year, KCET quota) | INR 69,250 |
| Total Fees (4 Years, Hostel Charges Separate) | INR 2,77,000 |
- Fee shown is for government-quota (KCET) seats; management fees are higher.
- Total covers four years; hostel charges payable separately.
- Confirm the current fee structure at nie.ac.in before applying.
NIE Mysore BE CSE Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| KCET 2026 Registration | Jan 17 to Feb 27, 2026 (closed) |
| KCET 2026 Exam | Apr 23 and Apr 24, 2026 |
| KCET 2026 Result | May 28, 2026 |
| KEA KCET Counselling / Seat Allotment | June to July 2026; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| NIE BE Admission / Reporting | As per KEA schedule; check nie.ac.in |
- KCET government quota: register at kea.kar.nic.in.
- COMEDK UGET management quota: comedk.org.
- Confirm seat availability and current fee at nie.ac.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 (PUC / HSC) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, securing a minimum of 45 percent aggregate in PCM (40 percent for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD candidates). Karnataka domicile is required for government-quota seats.
- A valid KCET (Karnataka CET) rank is required for government-quota seats. COMEDK UGET scores are accepted for management-quota seats. Management-quota direct admission is available through NIE at nie.ac.in.
Admission Process
- Step 1: Register for KCET 2026 at kea.kar.nic.in (registration Jan 17 to Feb 27, 2026 (closed); exam Apr 23 and Apr 24, 2026).
- Step 2: Appear for KCET in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Step 3: Check KCET result (May 28, 2026) and register for KEA centralised counselling; select NIE Mysore and the preferred branch during choice-filling.
- Step 4: Accept the seat allotment and download the provisional allotment letter from kea.kar.nic.in.
- Step 5: Report to NIE Mysore with 10+2 mark sheets, transfer certificate, KCET scorecard, and category certificate (if applicable).
- Step 6: Pay the first-year fee and complete admission formalities at nie.ac.in.
✓ Opt for this if
- KCET students wanting affordable CSE at an established Karnataka college.
- Students targeting IT services companies recruiting from NIE.
- Students who value an NBA Tier-I CSE degree at low cost.
- Candidates open to Mysuru IT ecosystem for first placement.
✗ Skip if
- Students targeting top FAANG firms requiring elite college brand.
- Those needing Bengaluru campus proximity for startup networking.
- Candidates with COMEDK scores aiming for RV/BMS/PES tier.
- Students expecting a higher Collegedunia rank than 198.
NIE Mysore BE CSE Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | Karnataka domicile SC/ST candidates; ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 20,000/year | Merit students, family income below INR 8,00,000/year; scholarships.gov.in |
| NIE Merit Scholarship | Tuition fee waiver for top KCET rankers | Top KCET rank holders admitted under government quota; nie.ac.in |
| Karnataka OBC/BC Scholarship | Variable by category | Karnataka domicile OBC/BC candidates; scholarships.gov.in |
- Karnataka state scholarships: apply via NSP at scholarships.gov.in.
- SC/ST fee reimbursement: apply at ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in.
- NIE merit scholarships for top KCET rankers; check nie.ac.in.
- Confirm current scholarship availability at nie.ac.in.
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